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WVU Medicine · 1 day ago

Histotechnologist - Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Morgantown, WV

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

WVU Medicine is seeking a Histotechnologist to join Ruby’s Histology laboratory located within the Health Science Center. The successful applicant will perform and analyze clinical laboratory procedures and tests related to the preparation of specimens for anatomical studies, supporting the hospital's mission of patient care.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Seth Nelson, SHRM-CP

Responsibilities

Perform assigned laboratory procedures (e.g., but not limited to, specimen accessioning and processing, inventory, ordering, embedding, tissue cutting and staining, frozen section production, special stains for cellular structures, immunohistochemistry)

Prepare tissue and produce microscopic slides using a wide variety of tissue techniques (i.e., fixation, embedding, sectioning and standard staining) to produce accurate reproducible results to meet the needs of patients as requested by the physicians

Operate basic and advanced laboratory equipment/instruments (e.g., cryostats, tissue processors, microtomes, knife sharpeners, slide stainers, embedding centers, distillation system, pH meters, special stain units, IHC instrumentation) consistent with manufacturers’ instruction manuals, and with laboratory SOP. Perform quality assurance, quality control, and required equipment maintenance and troubleshooting procedures, calibration and quality control on instruments

Record all work, (e.g., blocks cut, special stains, slides, immunoperoxidase slides, frozen section slides, immunofluorescent slides, re-cut slides, autopsy and surgical slides, decals, conference, teaching and research)

Maintain effective communication with laboratory sections, other hospital departments and public, as necessary to assure dissemination of information and the identification/resolution of problems

Participate in the educational endeavors of the institution to meet the current and future needs of the department. Participate as required, in the education of medical students, residents, PA students, School of Medicine students, MLS and Histotechnology students and technicians

Recognize errors, medical and technical problems and utilize expertise to perform minor and major troubleshooting and appropriate and timely problem resolution. Provide input for development of quality assurance and quality control procedures

Participate in planning and implementing change and maintaining and improving productivity through attendance and participation in tech meetings, projects, and discussions with supervisor

Qualification

HistotechnologyHistotechnologist Certification (HTL)Immunohistochemistry Certification (QIHC)Laboratory experience in histopathologyLaboratory equipment operationTroubleshooting skillsMultitasking abilityCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Histotechnology or related field

One (1) year of laboratory experience in histopathology

Able to stand and/or sit for long periods of time

Visual acuity must not be impaired. Color differentiation is required

Manual dexterity for instrument operation including microscope

Able to use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse

Able to communicate verbally, written and electronically with healthcare personnel, families and patients

Able to use numerous types of laboratory equipment

Able to follow complex procedures with minimal guidance

Preferred

Histotechnologist Certification (HTL) with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP)

Qualification in Immunohistochemistry (QIHC) Certification through (ASCP)

Company

WVU Medicine

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West Virginia University Health System is a non-profit organization that offers a full range of healthcare services.

Founded in 1898

Morgantown, West Virginia, USA

10001+ employees

https://wvumedicine.org/

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